Manufacturing Project Lead

Joinimagine; Kampung Sekolah Simpang Ampat; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company insurances

Leave entitlement

Transport allowance

Flexi work hours

Meal subsidy

Performance bonus

Contractual bonus

Job summary

Bosch Malaysia seeks an experienced Manufacturing Project Lead to drive strategic manufacturing initiatives at the PgP5 site in Batu Kawan, Penang. You will collaborate with MST and Manufacturing IT to enable digitalization, automation, and improved production performance across automotive IC final test and semiconductor operations.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing operations and 3+ years of cross-functional project leadership, with a focus on ramp-up, process stabilization, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations or related industrial environments.
• 3+ years of demonstrated project leadership experience managing cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic manufacturing projects assigned by the Plant Manager with clear business impact.
• Support ramp-up of Consumer Business by coordinating capacity, readiness, and execution across functions.
• Drive stabilization and performance improvement of Automotive IC Final Test operations.
• Coordinate introduction and industrialization of new foundry and semiconductor business opportunities.
• Manage cross-functional task forces involving MST, MFI, LOG, QMM, Engineering, and Business Units.
• Act as primary interface between Manufacturing (MST) and Manufacturing IT (MFI) for digitalization, automation, and system integration initiatives.
• Monitor project milestones, risks, KPIs, and escalation topics, ensuring timely management reporting.
• Drive sustainable improvements in quality, productivity, delivery performance, and manufacturing competitiveness.
• Develop and manage the Technology & Digitalization Roadmap for Manufacturing together with MST and MFI, ensuring long-term system scalability, automation integration, and operational efficiency.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Job description

Company Description

Bosch has been present in Malaysia since 1923, represented by Robert Bosch Sdn Bhd. In Malaysia, Bosch is active in four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. The company has three manufacturing sites and research and development offices in Penang, producing automotive electronics, power tools and steering systems, and soon a fourth plant with a final testing centre for sensors and semiconductors. In 2020, Bosch Malaysia generated consolidated sales of RM 518.4 million (108.1 million euros) and currently employs more than 4,000 associates.

PgP5 Plant is Bosch Group’s newest expansion in Malaysia a semiconductor test site in Batu Kawan Penang. The construction began in May 2021, and first series of production commenced in 2023. With the long-term forecasts for growth of semiconductor component quantities, coupled with the front-end production in Bosch’s Dresden facility in Germany, capacity expansion is required for the back-end production, which is the final testing phase of semiconductors and sensors. PgP5 will primarily focus on the final testing of components manufactured at Bosch Automotive Electronics’ fab in Dresden, Germany. The plant will also house R&D and training facilities.

Bosch in Malaysia is a part of the Bosch Group, a leading global supplier of technology and services. The Bosch Group’s strategic objective is to deliver innovations for a connected life. Bosch improves quality of life worldwide with products and services that are innovative and spark enthusiasm. In short, Bosch creates technology that is “Invented for life”.

Job Description

We're looking for an experienced Manufacturing Project Lead to join our operations team in Batu Kawan, Malaysia. In this role, you drive strategic manufacturing initiatives and special projects supporting business growth, operational excellence, and transformation across PgP5. The role closely collaborates with Manufacturing (MST) and acts as a key interface to Manufacturing IT (MFI). The focus on manufacturing strategic projects, consumer ramp-up, IC final test stabilization, and potentially new foundry business introduction is aligned with current PgP5 priorities documented in internal planning notes.

• Lead strategic manufacturing projects assigned by the Plant Manager with clear business impact.
• Support ramp-up of Consumer Business by coordinating capacity, readiness, and execution across functions.
• Drive stabilization and performance improvement of Automotive IC Final Test operations.
• Coordinate introduction and industrialization of new foundry and semiconductor business opportunities.
• Manage cross-functional task forces involving MST, MFI, LOG, QMM, Engineering, and Business Units.
• Act as primary interface between Manufacturing (MST) and Manufacturing IT (MFI) for digitalization, automation, and system integration initiatives.
• Monitor project milestones, risks, KPIs, and escalation topics, ensuring timely management reporting.
• Drive sustainable improvements in quality, productivity, delivery performance, and manufacturing competitiveness.
• Develop and manage the Technology & Digitalization Roadmap for Manufacturing together with MST and MFI, ensuring long-term system scalability, automation integration, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations or related industrial environments
• 3+ years of demonstrated project leadership experience managing cross-functional teams

Success Profile

• Strong semiconductor manufacturing and project management expertise.
• Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Ability to lead through influence, structure complex topics, and deliver results in dynamic environments.

Additional Information

• Benefits: Company Insurances, Leave Entitlement, Transport Allowance, Flexi Work hours, Meal Subsidy, competitive employer EPF contribution, Performance Bonus, Contractual Bonus etc.
• Work in a fast-growing semiconductor environment.
• Take ownership of impactful tasks and profit from Career development opportunities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on a global scale.
• Be part of a strong, intercultural team with high team spirit

What We Offer:

• A challenging and rewarding role in a leading global technology company.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative, innovative, international and intercultural work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.